Large & Luxurious, 4 BR/4BA~Pool, Tiki Bar,Wifi~Boat Available

• Beautiful home but experienced some problems

  Beautiful home but experienced some problems

  • Guest Karen H.
  • Date of stay 03/02/13
  • Review Submitted 04/23/13
  We had a party of 6 (8 one night) in this home. We agree with many of the reviews here. Beautiful home/beautiful city. Having a boat to go to Ft Myers Beach, etc was a plus. The home is close to a grocery, liquor and drug store & cabs are available if needed. The home was lovely but we did have a few problems. The hot water heater was not adequate for the size of the home. We learned to stagger shower times so we had warm water. Most disappointing was the hot tub. We followed the property manager’s instructions for care, use & cleaning, however on the 4th night of our stay the water was rank. We are adults; no one did anything they shouldn’t have in the hot tub. Our swimwear smelled disgusting upon exiting the hot tub & water was brownish. The next morning we called the property manager but did not get an immediate response. By this time there were 2 people in our party with rashes, 1 being particularly bad, to the point he would not even wear a sleeveless shirt. 2 of our party were hot tub owners. We came to the conclusion that the hot tub must be drained, so took time out of our vacation to carefully drain the tub, clean and refill it. When emptying we noted the zip tie was still on the hose so felt the water had not been changed between guests, which from a sanitary standpoint is unacceptable. Unfortunately the property manager was unhappy with our decision to empty & clean. We took every precaution to insure no damage was done to the tub or grass. She called the property owner who decided the pool maintenance person should come. He comes weekly anyway. He arrived the day after we had drained and refilled the tub. He told us we did not hurt the tub. He forgot his manual so had to return later. By the end of the week, 4 of the total of 8 people who had been in the tub had a rash. 1 was seen by his doctor upon returning for swollen lymph nodes & given antibiotics to combat infection. $89 of our deposit was not returned. $15 for a lost beach towel which was understandable. $74 for excessive water/electric use & "extra" trip by pool maintenance, which we didn't understand as he comes weekly anyway. The owner refused to listen to our reasoning & had no mercy for our trouble in cleaning, refilling or for the rashes, which disappointed us. This is our honest review; beautiful home but we were disappointed in the lack of resolution to our problems. We have stayed in many rentals in the past & have never experienced anything like this.

  Owner response: We do feel it necessary to respond to what we consider an unwarrented unfavorable review. Both our contract and instructions at our home specifically forbid renters from performing any maintenance on the pool or hot tub. This provision is included for the safely of all who rent our home and is also in place to prevent damage to the equipement. We have a pool professional who is available anytime should renters encounter unexpected difficulties. This group of renters chose not to adhere to the terms of the contract. The group checked in on a Sat. The tub was opened, approved and instructions for use were provided. The following Weds. morning one of the group left our house manager a phone message stating they had chosen to drain the hot tub (without permission) but were unable to find chemicals to add to the water. My manager immediately called the renter contacted me and our pool company. The company was able to get the chemicals properly added. The tub was ready for use the next day. They returned the following Sat. to check chemical levels resulting in an extra charge. Of course refilling and heating a 750 gallon hot tub resulted in increased electrical usage over the amount allotted in the contract. The portion of the deposit withheld was to cover additional out of pocket costs to us to remedy this groups' decision to drain the tub rather than allowing us to fix the claimed problem. One can only speculate why they would have chosen to do this. Interesting is that this group made absolutely no mention of any "rashes" or other conditions during their stay or upon check out. It was only after a portion of the deposit was withheld that allegations were made regarding these. We have been fortunate. The vast majority of our renters have treated our home and property with respect and care. They have had wonderful vacations. Out of hundreds of renters we have never before had to withhold portions of the deposit due to violation of the contract. Had we wished, our contract would allow the entire damage deposit to be withheld. These renters violated several other provisions including failing to inform us of additional guests staying. We feel we responsed reasonably and fairly. We encourage potential renters to view our many complimententary reviews which attest to the fact that we have a beautiful well maintained home. We make every attempt to accommodate reasonable renters and are very responsive to questions or concerns.

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• What a place! Just beautiful. :)

  What a place! Just beautiful. :)

  • Guest 6 Happy Canadians
  • Date of stay 03/09/13
  • Review Submitted 03/19/13
  Thank you so much for giving us the opportunity to stay at your beautiful, well-decorated home. You made the reservation process and communication so easy. We were so pleased with the house. We were totally struck by the creative layout...just slide a few glass doors and the lanai is totally open to the main area of the house. We just loved this feature! In fact there were so many features that elevated the quality of our stay in Cape Coral. Each of the three couples in our party were quite happy with the 3 king-size beds available to them. The house itself was immaculate and prepared with linens, a good supply of dishes and utensils, updated appliances, WI-FI and printer, bicycles, and so much more. We enjoyed breakfast by the pool each morning, a late night swim in the evening, and a trip to the hot tub before bed. The outside dining table and the tikki hut, seemed to be our preferred gathering points for relaxing conversation. This is a well-appointed home that is so easy to recommend. MayJane the property manager was ready and willing to provide any assistance. This was just icing on the cake! A truly enjoyable stay. Thanks for making our family vacation memorable. We definitely hope to return for another visit.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.

  Owner response: Thanks Debbie! We hope to host you again as well. We can always use great renters such a yourselves.

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• The Magnificent Eight

  The Magnificent Eight

  • Guest Minnesota Sun Lovers
  • Date of stay 01/26/13
  • Review Submitted 02/18/13
  We had a great experience in this house. The accommodations were spacious and comfortable and the outdoor pool/hot tub were super. We would recommend this house to anyone who needs sleeping room for eight and enjoys spending time in the pool and hot tub. Tom and Lynn were very easy to work with and we thank them for opening this lovely house to renters like us. Of course the beautiful sunny weather during the two weeks we were there also made our stay extra enjoyable.

  Recommended for: People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.

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• Gulf Coast Paradise

  Gulf Coast Paradise

  • Guest Craig M.
  • Date of stay 07/28/12
  • Review Submitted 09/02/12
  My family consisting of 8 people had a wonderful 2 weeks at this fabulous villa in the quiet location of Cape Coral. This is lovely spacious villa with 4 excellent sized bedrooms all with en suites, an airy family room, dining & kitchen area. We enjoyed many enjoyable lunchtimes & evening meals under the good sized lanai and really enjoyed cooling off in the good sized pool. In addition to this area was a tikki bar & and a separate jacuzzi where we enjoyed a nice cold beer why we used the gas bbq to cook some excellent steaks & burgers from the Publix a 2 minute drive down the road. While we were on vacation we also hired the boat that comes with the house and we had some fantastic adventures out to Captiva & down to Fort Myers & Bonita beaches. It takes a while to drive out to the bigger water but it is lovely way to get a tan as you drive by some lovely other houses & boats. We recommend mooring at the marina on the way home & catch happy hour at Rum Runners - cheap drinks & appetisers. We also ate here a few evening and had some excellent meals & service. I would recommend this place to anyone and would quite happily live here. We are hoping to go back next year with our friends which is the best recommendation we can give. Thanks Tom & Lynne for letting us stay at your place and thankyou to Mary Jane & Kevin who looked after us when we were their - hope to be back soon.

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• Great vacation spot!

  Great vacation spot!

  • Guest Ellen
  • Date of stay 05/06/12
  • Review Submitted 07/10/12
  This is my third time to this lovely home in Cape Coral and I will definitely be back. The house is impeccably kept, the pool is very inviting, and the location is fantastic for a trip on the boat out to the gulf, a drive over to Sanibel, or a bike ride around the neighborhood. Very convenient to a supermarket (just a couple blocks away). The beds are super comfortable and the kitchen is well equipped. This home is perfect for several couples or a family with the large bedrooms (three king beds, plus a bedroom with two twin beds.) Not that you'll need them, but there are nice t.v.s in the bedrooms plus a very large television in the living room. The grill out under the inviting tiki bar looks brand new and is perfect for grilling a fresh catch of the day! This place oddly feels a lot like home... Love this place!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.

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• Beautiful home that will make you feel like a rock star!

  Beautiful home that will make you feel like a rock star!

  • Guest Latitude Adjustment
  • Date of stay 05/12/12
  • Review Submitted 06/02/12
  Our family of 5 shared this wonderful house and had a fantastic time swimming, relaxing, and enjoying the area. From the moment you pull into the convenient circular driveway you know you're in a special place. The house and grounds are simply beautiful and the location is residential and private with great access to the area. The layout of the home was ideal for a family or multiple couples as each bedroom suite was nicely separated for privacy and centered by the great room which was very spacious and tastefully decorated in bright Florida decor. The 60" flat screen and sound system was a hit for movies in the evening. This space was flanked by a wall of glass with great views that could be opened entirely to the lanai and pool area. The entire house was bright and cheerful with plenty of windows in every room. Even the kids’ room had a great view onto the tropical garden and the “pineapple” palm. The kitchen was a pleasure to use as we had many "chefs" comfortably sharing the space when preparing meals. Wireless internet access along with a separate office provided the opportunity to stay connected and research the area. The pool and lanai area was awesome and the hot tub and tiki bar tucked into their own area was very cool. The house sits on a scenic channel where we were able to watch fish and many different birds visit through out the day. Tom and Lynne were a pleasure to work with and responded to questions quickly. The property manager, Mary Jane, was welcoming and eager to share her knowledge and provided many helpful tips for places to visit, eat, drink, and shop. Enjoyed shell hunting in Sanibel and had a great day trip to Venice beach (Caspersen Beach) for shark teeth and beautiful azure waters. I needed a peaceful, relaxing vacation recharge and got that and more at SunDak Villa. Definitely recommend staying here if you are traveling to the area, you will not regret spending your days in this paradise. Thanks Tom & Lynne, next time we’ll add the boat!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.

  Owner response: Thanks for your great comments!

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• Beautiful & Peacefull Getaway

  Beautiful & Peacefull Getaway

  • Guest Linda W.
  • Date of stay 05/19/12
  • Review Submitted 06/02/12
  Our family of 5 shared this wonderful house and had a fantastic time swimming, relaxing, and enjoying the area. From the moment you pull into the convenient circular driveway you know you're in a special place. The house and grounds are simply beautiful and the location is residential and private with great access to the area. The layout of the home was ideal for a family or multiple couples as each bedroom suite was nicely separated for privacy and centered by the great room which was very spacious and tastefully decorated in bright Florida decor. The 60" flat screen and sound system was a hit for movies in the evening. This space was flanked by a wall of glass with great views that could be opened entirely to the lanai and pool area. The entire house was bright and cheerful with plenty of windows in every room. Even the kids’ room had a great view onto the tropical garden and the “pineapple” palm. The kitchen was a pleasure to use as we had many "chefs" comfortably sharing the space when preparing meals. Wireless internet access along with a separate office provided the opportunity to stay connected and research the area. The pool and lanai area was awesome and the hot tub and tiki bar tucked into their own area was very cool. The house sits on a scenic channel where we were able to watch fish and many different birds visit through out the day. Tom and Lynne were a pleasure to work with and responded to questions quickly. The property manager, Mary Jane, was welcoming and eager to share her knowledge and provided many helpful tips for places to visit, eat, drink, and shop. I needed a peaceful, relaxing vacation recharge and got that and more at SunDak Villa. (Felt a little like a rock star!) Enjoyed shell hunting in Sanibel and had a great day trip to Venice beach (Caspersen Beach) for shark teeth and beautiful azure waters. Definitely recommend staying here if you are traveling to the area, you will not regret spending your days in this paradise. Thanks Tom & Lynne, next time we’ll add the boat!

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• Fantastic home - best location in SW FL!

  Fantastic home - best location in SW FL!

  • Guest Kevin Francis
  • Date of stay 05/09/12
  • Review Submitted 05/21/12
  This Villa is easily the best rental we have ever found on vrbo.com Its size is perfect for a group travelling together. Everyone has their own bathroom and the bedrooms are separated nicely. The kitchen handles multiple folks cooking together very well. We used the grill and ate outside poolside --- such a treat. The pool can't be beat for cooling off after a day on the water or at the beach. You will want to schedule at least one afternoon to relax poolside!!! We enjoyed day trips out to Sanibel and Ft Myers Beach. This villa is perfectly located to explore the area yet remain close & convenient to grocery, shopping, and waterfront restaurants. We can't wait to come back! Thanks Tom & Lynne!! Kevin

  Owner response: Be sure to let us host you again! Thanks, Kevin!

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• The most beautiful "Resort" we have stayed in.

  The most beautiful "Resort" we have stayed in.

  • Guest Walter and Elaine S.
  • Date of stay 04/21/12
  • Review Submitted 05/02/12
  My wife and I have just returned home from our stay at this beautiful home. We have rented homes in Florida 5 times previously and there is no question that this home is by far the best we have been in. Tom, Lynne and Mary Jane have attended to all the possible necessities that anyone would require. We stayed the week with my brother, 2 sisters, and their spouses and we were all extremely impressed with how well appointed the home is, and the quality of the furnishings. The fact that everyone had their own separate bed and bath room made it just excellent to have a little privacy. Mary Jane was very attentive to all our needs and answered all our questions on sites to visit and restaurants for dining. We most certainly give this rental 5 stars .

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• Wonderful winter getaway!

  Wonderful winter getaway!

  • Guest Ann K
  • Date of stay 03/03/12
  • Review Submitted 03/24/12
  My husband and I loved our 2-week vacation at this home which is as beautiful as it looks in the photos. We had family and friends visit for part of our stay and found the layout of the home to be comfortable and easy with guests. Much of our time was spent on the lanai and in the pool & hot tub which is as relaxing & comfortable as the interior. We even made good use of the tiki bar! The owners and property manager were all great to work with. I have already recommended this exceptional home to friends. And we hope to come again ourselves next year.

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April 26-Nov 22,2013__$1150/wk for 1-4 Guests.   $200/nt.
______________________$1200/week for 5-6 guests
______________________$1250/week for 7-8 guests
Nov 23-Dec 20,2013____$1475/week for 1-6 guests.  $225/nt.
______________________$1525/week for 7-8 guests
Dec 21-May 3,2014_____$1675/week for 1-4 guests.  $250/nt.
______________________$1725/week for 5-6 guests
______________________$1775/week for 7-8 guests

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.